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Bennett, Kristin Redington – Learning & Leading with Technology, 2012
The iPad holds amazing potential for classroom use. Just a few--or even only one--is enough to get results. Having a class set promotes traditional, whole-class instruction, but fewer iPads facilitate individualized and tailored instruction. In this article, the author discusses the potential of the iPad and suggests ways to put the iPad to use in…
Descriptors: Technology Uses in Education, Handheld Devices, Classroom Techniques, Electronic Learning
Stahl, Ben – American Educator: The Professional Journal of the American Federation of Teachers, 1990
Describes the role of the Wilmington (Delaware) local of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) in desegregating the state's school system. AFT leaders were instrumental in integrating teacher professional development sessions in 1945. (FMW)
Descriptors: Black Teachers, Educational History, Equal Education, Professional Continuing Education
Ross, Kathleen; Crawford, Jeanne – Momentum, 1990
Describes a multicultural teacher education partnership between Heritage College (HC) and the Yakima School District in Washington State, allowing minority and/or bilingual school district paraprofessionals to earn their teaching degrees at HC. Graduates commit to teaching three years in district schools. Discusses funding sources and profiles…
Descriptors: Bilingual Teachers, Career Change, College Students, Higher Education
Fasenmyer, Mary Sarah – Momentum, 1990
Describes shortages of minority teachers in Catholic schools with growing numbers of minority students, compounded by declining minority enrollments in higher education. Calls for strong financial aid programs, a prepared and committed faculty, and institutional support services for minority college students. Argues for a student-centered teaching…
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Ancillary School Services, Catholic Educators, College Students